Judging by Their Job Listing, NASA Needs a Hero to Protect the Planet!

Calling all out-of-work Men in Black agents, the Avengers and maybe even Star-Lord from Guardians of the Galaxy. A position just opened up suited for their talents in NASA - the Planetary Protection Officer. This is no joke.

On USA Jobs and NASA - both government websites - you'll find the details of an open position at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration literally called Planetary Protection Officer. The position has gone viral for multiple reasons:

Who wouldn't want that at the top of their resume!?

The pay? Between $124,406 and $187,000 per year.

Free parking in space I imagine...

NASA noticed how popular this job opening was yesterday and Tweeted this video - probably to sift out the duds when they realized they wouldn't be flying in space equipped with a jet pack, laser gun and a license to kill.